Donald Trump claims Barack Obama forced Joe Biden out of the 2024 race. Biden endorsed Kamala Harris, reportedly under pressure from top Democrats. Harris has secured enough delegates to be the Democratic nominee.
Former President Barack Obama played a crucial role in ending President Joe Biden's reelection campaign, Republican candidate Donald Trump has claimed.
Biden announced his withdrawal from the race for the White House and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris.
Reports suggest Obama and other top Democrats urged Biden to quit due to concerns over his age and ability to defeat Trump.
Trump alleges that former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi also pressured Biden, threatening to go after him unless he exited gracefully.
Biden's announcement, made via social media while he was recovering from Covid-19, shocked some aides.
Biden has remained silent since and slurred his words in a recent message to Harris' campaign.
Most polls showed Trump leading Biden before his withdrawal, but a recent poll suggests Harris is currently ahead of Trump.
Obama praised Biden for stepping aside but did not endorse Harris.
Harris has already secured enough Democratic delegates to be the party's nominee and will be the first candidate in 56 years to run for president without competing in a primary election.